3 Elegant Watercolor Cards Using 1 Stamp Set
Hi friends! I have a lovely set of cards to share today featuring the brand new Lily, Love & Prayers stamp set from Unity Stamp Company April release. I created a sweet trio of cards using just one stamp, three layouts, and soft watercolor with Distress Watercolor Pencils. Check out the JAM SESH video to see the watercolor in action.
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Featured Unity Supplies
 Lily, Love & Prayers USC |
 Scalloped & Stitched Sentiment Dies USC |
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Soft Peace
This first card has a soft wash of purple watercolor behind the flowers to set a calm tone. I love how the simple stitched sentiment strip grounds the whole design while letting the stamped lilies stay the focus. It’s such a peaceful card with comforting vibes and colors.
Distress Watercolor Pencils Colors: Lost Shadow, Mustard Seed, Shabby Shutters, Peacock Feathers, Villainous Potion, Picked Raspberry
Bloom Brighter
For the second card, I switched up the layout by stamping the lilies along the side and added a sweet anniversary sentiment.
What Makes This Card Set Special:
- One stamp, endless versatility: Each card uses the same floral image in a unique way, showing how much range you can get from a single stamp set.
- Soothing watercolor with minimal effort: Distress Watercolor Pencils create beautiful soft washes without needing expert skills or tons of layers.
- A color palette that comforts: The pale pink, purple, and blue backgrounds add a calming feel that perfectly matches the sentiments.
- Layout variety keeps things fresh: Changing the placement and orientation of the floral image brings interest to each card while keeping a cohesive theme.
- Neutral gray bases for balance: The simple gray borders frame the art beautifully and let the florals and sentiments shine.
Gentle Healing
The last card keeps things light and airy with a pale blue background. I let the large calla leaf anchor the florals, then placed the sentiment off-center for a modern feel. It’s such a minimal layout but still has a strong presence with that beautiful botanical stamp.
Creative Tips & Techniques:
- Light Touch Watercolor: A little color and just a bit of water go a long way for soft, dreamy blends.
- Paper Matters Most: Use watercolor or Bristol paper for smoother blending and less warping.
- Use What’s Handy: No pencils? Try your favorite watercolor paints or markers for a similar effect.
- Flip for Variety: Rotate or shift the stamp image to easily change up your layout.
- Simple Sentiment Impact: Short phrases with clean fonts pair beautifully with expressive floral designs.
- Save the Layouts: These easy card layouts make great templates for future quick and meaningful cards.
I hope these ideas inspire you to try creating heartfelt cards with just one stamp.
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Thank you for joining me today. I sincerely hope that today’s project inspires you. If you create something, feel free to tag me, @dahlhousedesigns, on social media as I would be thrilled to see it! Plus, join us in the Unity Show & Tell Facebook group to share your Unity creations. It is such a fun and loving group of creators.
Supplies
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Please Note: Product names with ** are suggested supply substitutions if I use something discontinued or hard to find.
Other: Date Swirl Cardstock (Bazzill Basics)
Lily, Love & Prayers USC |
Scalloped & Stitched Sentiment Dies USC |
 Bristol AMZ |
 Nocturne ink SBC | AMZ | OTH |
 Distress WC Pencils {sets 1-3} SBC | AMZ |
Distress WC Pencils {sets 4-6} SBC | AMZ |
 Water Brushes AMZ |
Most Used Tools
 MISTI – Original SB | SSS |
 MISTI – Original – Black SB |
 MISTI – Mini SB | SSS |
 White Glass Mat SB | OTH | AMZ |
 Foam Roll Combo Pack SB |
 Foam Roll – 2 Inch SB |
 Stamping Tool SB |
 Grip Mat 6×6 SB |
 Media Mat Mini SB | SSS |
 Mini Stencil Mat** SB |
 Multi-Use Mat SB |
 Cutter Bee Scissors SB | SSS |
 Reverse Tweezers SB |
 Glossy Accents SB |
 Glue Bottle SB |
 Connect Glue SB |
 Blending Brushes AMZ |
 Mini Blending Brushes AMZ |
 Finger Blending Brushes AMZ |
 Jewel Picker AMZ |
 Rhinestone Pencil AMZ |
 Post It Note Tape AMZ |
 ATG Adhesive Tape AMZ |
 Big Shot SB |
 Mini Trimmer SB |
 White Pen AMZ |
 White Gel Pens SB | AMZ | EH |
 Artist-Tac Micro Dot Adhesive AMZ |
 T rulers AMZ |
 1.5″ block SB | OTH |
 MISTI Corners SBC | AMZ |
 Ink Off {stamp cleaner} USC | AMZ |
lostinpaper
GORGEOUSness Lisa!!!
Lisa Arana
Thank you so much, Therese!